WP37001287 Dryer Idler Pulley Assembly
WP37001287 Dryer Idler Pulley Assembly

Whirlpool Corporation Dryer Idler Pulley Assembly WP37001287, Replaces 37001287, 5-0269, 500269, 500269P, 500269-REPL

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LOOSE OR INSUFFICIENTLY TENSIONED DRYER BELT

Whirlpool Corporation Dryer Idler Pulley Assembly WP37001287, Fixes Loose or insufficiently tensioned dryer belt

Genuine Whirlpool dryer idler assembly consisting of the idler arm/lever, shaft, and pulley. It maintains tension on the dryer drive belt so the drum can rotate correctly.

Part WP37001287Replaces 37001287, 5-0269, 500269, 500269P, 500269-REPLWhirlpool Corporation
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Part NumberWP37001287
Replaces37001287, 5-0269, 500269, 500269P, 500269-REPL
ManufacturerWhirlpool Corporation
Appliance TypeDryer
Part TypeDryer Idler Pulley Assembly

✅ Cross Reference Information

Current Part NumberWP37001287
Replaces37001287, 5-0269, 500269, 500269P, 500269-REPL

Common Symptoms

  • Squealing or loud noise during operation
  • Drum does not spin
  • Drum rotation is intermittent or the belt slips
  • Visible pulley wear, cracking, looseness, or failure to rotate freely

Check Before Replacing

  • Disconnect electrical power before inspection or service.
  • With the dryer unplugged, inspect the belt for slack, fraying, or incorrect seating around the drum and motor pulley.
  • With the belt unloaded, manually rotate the idler pulley and check for binding, roughness, wobble, or unusual looseness.
  • Inspect the pulley and arm for cracks, worn contact surfaces, or a detached or overstretched spring.
  • Confirm that the belt-routing and tensioning arrangement matches the appliance service documentation before concluding the idler assembly is defective.

Pro Tip

Because the idler assembly is accessed while the belt is removed, inspect the drive belt and idler spring at the same time; replacing visibly worn related components can avoid repeating the disassembly.

Part Details

Part NumberWP37001287
Part TypeDryer Idler Pulley Assembly
ManufacturerWhirlpool Corporation
Appliance TypeDryer
Primary FunctionMaintains tension on the dryer drive belt so the drum can rotate properly.

Installation Notes

  • Disconnect power or switch off the household circuit breaker before installation.
  • Wear work gloves because cabinet and internal dryer components may have sharp edges.
  • Installation requires access to the belt and idler assembly and may require model-specific cabinet disassembly.
  • Release belt tension before removing the old assembly, and retain the belt-routing orientation for reassembly.
  • After installation, verify that the belt is properly seated, the pulley rotates freely, and the drum turns smoothly before normal use.

Verified Compatible Models

MDG5806AWW, PDET920AYW, PDET920AZW, PDGT920AWW, HYE2205AKW, MDET336AYW, MDET446AYW, MDET236AZW, MDET236AYW, MDE208DAYW, MDE2706AYW, MDG3758AWW, MDG3757AWW, MDG4658AWW, MDE4806AZW

Fitment reminder: Match the complete appliance model number, including suffix or revision where applicable, before ordering.

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MDG5806AWW, PDET920AYW, PDET920AZW, PDGT920AWW, HYE2205AKW, MDET336AYW, MDET446AYW, MDET236AZW, MDET236AYW, MDE208DAYW, MDE2706AYW, MDG3758AWW, MDG3757AWW, MDG4658AWW, MDE4806AZW

37001287, 5-0269, 500269, 500269P, 500269-REPL

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